Over clocking a x4 860k
Over clocking a x4 860k
Hey there, just some tips here.
I'm trying to make the most out of my CPU and GPU, especially since games like GTA haven't been dropping frames even after the latest update.
I have an X4 860k, HD 7950 3gb windforce edition gigabyte GPU, 8gb DDR3 RAM, a 700w PSU, and I've ordered a 212 evo but don’t know much about overclocking.
Could anyone share the best settings or tell me how to do it? What performance improvements can I expect?
Also, does overclocking the GPU make a difference? Have any of you tried it with this setup?
Thanks a lot!
The video explains this concept differently but in a simple way. A CPU bottleneck happens when the GPU is working too fast and the CPU can't keep up. A GPU bottleneck occurs when the CPU is too fast and the GPU can't match it. You don’t need a new cooler unless you plan to overclock aggressively, which isn’t cost-effective. Custom water loops and blocks are pricey. I suggested overclocking the GPU, but it only gives a small boost if you also overclock the CPU.
It's better to boost the GPU since it's the main limitation, not the CPU. Your motherboard might not support overclocking if it's inexpensive like yours.
http://www.guru3d.com/articles-pages/rad...ide,1.html
http://www.overclock3d.net/reviews/cpu_m...u_review/2
The video explains this concept differently, but in simple terms, a CPU bottleneck happens when the GPU is working too fast and the CPU can't keep up. A GPU bottleneck occurs when the CPU works too quickly and the GPU can't match it. You don't need a new GPU cooler unless you're planning to push the CPU to its limits, which isn't cost-effective. Custom water loops and blocks are pricey. I suggested overclocking the GPU, but it only gives a small boost if you overclock the CPU.